The But it happened,also known as jelly palm, is a plant belonging to the family of arecaceae. Species that is widely used as an ornamental element in the gardens. Has a slow growth and, compared to other varieties of palms, has a maximum height contained. In addition to the very robust and rustic stem has a hair that expands in width, giving a "planting" effect. Easy to grow and resistant to both drought and low temperatures.
stem: the short and enlarged trunk, from heavy air, is formed by trunks of old leaves. Has a maximum height ranging from 5 to 6 meters, while the diameter ranges from 3 to 4 meters.
leaves: the dense and full foliage that crowns the stem, is formed by leaves of bluish green color that can reach the 2 m long, curved towards the trunk. Has a "planting" regulatory effect.
flowering: in summer we see forming on the plant of long ears up to 1 meter long. These are formed by small yellow-cream flowers with fruity scent. To follow you will be to form showy bunches of yellow-orange color formed by fruits.
use: the jelly palm is used as an ornamental element, both as an isolated specimen, and grouped with other plants.
The Butia capitais native to southern America, specifically of brazil, uruguay and Argentine.